Norfolk, Virginia to Saint Charles, Maryland: Road Trip Guide & Distance

126.2 miles 203.1 km · straight line
157.8 miles estimated 253.9 km · driving distance
3h 10min estimated drive time
$15 - $19 estimated fuel cost
~45min flight time
344° NNW bearing direction

How far is Norfolk, Virginia from Saint Charles, Maryland?

The distance from Norfolk, Virginia to Saint Charles, Maryland is 126.2 miles (203.1 km) as the crow flies. Saint Charles, Maryland is located NNW of Norfolk, Virginia. By car, the driving distance is approximately 157.8 miles, taking about 3h 10min. A direct flight would take roughly 45min. Both are located in United States — Norfolk, Virginia in Virginia and Saint Charles, Maryland in Maryland.

For a drive of this length, it's recommended to plan at least one quick rest stop to stretch your legs and grab a coffee. Since you'll be heading mostly West, pack a good pair of sunglasses if you plan to drive during the late afternoon to avoid the harsh sun glare. Given the short distance, driving or taking a train is often faster and more convenient than dealing with airport security and flight boarding times.

Coordinates come from public place data for Norfolk, Virginia and Saint Charles, Maryland. The driving distance is estimated from straight-line distance with a road-factor model, so confirm the route in your navigation app. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.

How to Get from Norfolk, Virginia to Saint Charles, Maryland

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 3h 10min $15 - $19 Flexible stops
Fly ~45min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~3h 48min $13–$24* Budget
Train ~3h 1min $19–$55* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Norfolk, Virginia & Saint Charles, Maryland

Quick Facts

Norfolk, Virginia
36.85°N, 76.29°W
America/New_York
5m elevation
Saint Charles, Maryland
38.60°N, 76.94°W
America/New_York
61m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 42 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 11 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 197.3 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients